2008 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2002 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 330 | Copen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
